SR 161 over Ohio River US 60
PoorPosted for loadSpencer County, Indiana · 08.29 S SR 66 · Structure no. 024727
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 4,624 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,268
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 161 over Ohio River US 60 is a steel truss - thru carrying SR 161 over Ohio River US 60 in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 85 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,268 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,204 by 2030. The structure is 4,624 ft (1,409.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 161 over Ohio River US 60 built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is SR 161 over Ohio River US 60 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 161 over Ohio River US 60 carry?
About 7,268 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SR 161 over Ohio River US 60?
The structure is 4,624 ft (1,409.3 m) long with a longest span of 751 ft (228.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns SR 161 over Ohio River US 60?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.